My Year of the War Including an Account of Experiences with the Troops in France and the Record of a Visit to the Grand Fleet Which is Here Given for the First Time in its Complete Form

"My Year of the War" by Frederick Palmer is a firsthand narrative from an American war correspondent embedded with British forces during the early days of World War I. The story plunges into the chaos and intensity of the war's outbreak, focusing on the experiences of soldiers and civilians in Belgium as they confront the invasion. Through vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes, Palmer reveals the bravery of Belgian and allied troops, the devastating impact of the conflict on civilian life, and his exclusive access to the British Grand Fleet, portraying a world gripped by uncertainty, fear, and valiant resistance against overwhelming odds.